Back In My Day: Older Asian adults are under attack
A lack of legislation and action on behalf of older adults has resulted in the scapegoating of an already vulnerable population, particularly during the pandemic — older Asian adults.
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Back In My Day: Older adults are being left behind with vaccinations
As the vaccination movement progresses beyond healthcare workers and older adults, the disparity in technological savviness and available resources shines light on those left
Back In My Day: Let’s chat about Biden’s “Old Guard”
The incoming cabinet and administration as a whole suggests a turn to times of yore, but breaking down the overall situation may paint a different picture.
Letter from the Editors: Insurrectionists highlight dangers of poor word choice
Our responsibility as copy editors is to root out disparities in media coverage, and uphold respect and dignity for all
Back in My Day: Careers in aging are diverse and aplenty
As the field of aging continues to grow with the increasing older adult population, finding opportunities to help older adults in one’s community has become easier than ever.
Back in My Day: Home sweet home
Thinking about the future can be incredibly daunting considering what the present day looks like, but planning ahead with others is the right step forward.
Back in My Day: Ageism is insidiously discriminatory
Judging an individual or group of individuals on the basis of age is just as bad as any form of prejudice — there’s no other way to put it.
Back in My Day: Old dogs can learn new tricks
As the world continues — or attempts — to retreat indoors, we should take strides to help older adults adjust to the new normal in the digital space.
Back In My Day: The world of gerontology is making its mark
Last week, Provost Charles Zukoski announced that Keck School of Medicine Dean Laura Mosqueda would be stepping down from her position to help drive “efforts to expand and advance geriatrics at the University.” I had the opportunity to hear from the Keck dean during the early stages of USC’s response to the coronavirus pandemic last […]